by Andrew Jamieson | Sep 3, 2022 | Cycle Racing, Power in Races and Training, Tactics, Tour de France
The EB (Early Break) The EB or “early break” is the first breakaway of the day to go at or near the start of the race. It is a credible option for teams (and riders) without a big time sprinter. It is also a good chance for smaller teams to get their sponsors TV...
by Scott McDonnell | Aug 6, 2022 | Cycle Racing, Tactics
Last month, I discussed four basic steps to get you started for race tactics. This month we will discuss in more detail, specific race tactics for target races or key events. Specific Race Tactics So, you have trained hard for months and have prepared specifically to...
by Andrew Jamieson | Jul 8, 2022 | Aerodynamics, Cycle Racing, Tactics, Tour de France
If you have ever ridden the Tour of Southland or done your time racing in Belgium or Holland, you will probably form a rye smile when you think about today’s topic. Fingers crossed we will see some good crosswind action in this years Tour. ...
by Scott McDonnell | Jul 2, 2022 | Cycle Racing, Tactics
Race planning and strategizing for competition is fun and should be done each time you pin on that race number. However, I see and hear many cyclists that hardly give it much thought. They have the “just going hard, and just see what happens” attitude....
by Steve Bale | Sep 23, 2021 | Cycle Racing, Tactics
Everyone has had experiences that turned out totally different to how you imagined it. Cross is not one of those things – it is exactly as fun as everyone says it is. Don’t be me – don’t say “I’ll do it next season”. Get a bike, any bike, and get thee to the park....
by Steve Bale | Nov 16, 2018 | Cycle Racing, Tactics
If you have a close look at bikes of the pros at race events, you’ll notice most have some notes on their stem or top tube. Sometimes these notes are clear, organised concise computer printed, and sometimes they take the form of weird vague sharpie scribbles on tape...
